Mayor Van R. Johnson II | City of Savannah
Mayor Van R. Johnson II | City of Savannah
The City of Savannah invites residents to help shape the future of the Tide to Town urban trail project by attending one of several upcoming community engagement activities and adding their voice to an online survey.
The goal of the new public outreach initiative is to ensure the trail’s development results in economic, social, and recreational opportunities for the communities along the urban trail. Among the many activities planned will be several community meetings, a free bus tour, and a small group roundtable with businesses, civic organizations, and others.
“We are excited to further involve the public in planning the future of the Tide to Town urban trail system,” Director of Planning and Urban Design Bridget Lidy said. “We want to make sure all voices are heard by giving residents multiple opportunities to share their views on the ongoing development of this important project.”
Four community meetings will be held from Sept. 16 to Oct. 8 in various neighborhoods and virtually. Local high school students will be invited to participate in a “Student Visions” program to share their own visions for the urban trail and related equitable growth trail development in slide presentations, posters, essays, and videos.
A free bus tour is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 19 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., taking participants on a visit to the completed section of the trail along Truman Parkway and stopping by proposed trail routes around the city.
Anyone interested in attending an in-person meeting or joining the bus tour can RSVP via email. Snacks and childcare will be provided at in-person meetings.
What: Tide To Town | Southside Community Meeting
When: Monday, Sept. 16, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Where: Windsor Forest High School, 12419 Largo Dr.
What: Tide To Town | Westside Community Meeting
When: Tuesday, Sept. 17, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Where: Beach High School, 3001 Hopkins St.
What: Tide To Town | Eastside Community Meeting
When: Thursday, Sept. 19, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Where: Jenkins High School, 1800 E Derenne Ave.
What: Tide To Town | Virtual Community Meeting
When: Tuesday Oct. 8., from1p.m.-3p.m
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